Naval possibilities amid German embargo and American plans
In Washington and across the nation Admiral Porter discusses how an embargo on German goods could cripple Germany while the United States strengthens its navy. He argues for building ships and using ports like Philadelphia to wage a controlled, staged conflict if needed, with France and Britain involved to protect trade and deter German commerce. The piece covers G A R and veterans events, political resolutions, and military parade activities in Kansas, plus organizational meetings and officer elections.
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Wasnixoron
D. C
Admiral Porter
Inqucred
Great Britain
United States
Coures Wu
Ocean
Germany
Winiaoo
France
Gouda
England
Nyo
Giaval Yassela
Philadelphia
Sora Navy Yard
Herman
The Reef Combine Stirs March Convention Debates
The Kan ans delegation presents a body of solid ably men as the reef combines in a March convention. Senators Gillet and others anticipate strong opposition and substantial testimony from both sides. The temporary chairman Yeaster Gillet receives a warm reception as the convention opens with calls for an interstate approach.
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Lba
Tiery Deliberationa
Tiv Baruiéai
Oyater
Queston
Denator Gillet
Combine
Bramien
Gillett
Yeaster Gillet
Iits
Indiana Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic
About 4000 delegates attend the Tudiana department encampment in Tyormnarouim. National Commander Warner greets the crowd and lauds the department’s growth, relief actions, and funds, with state membership at 26,722 and 4,551 new members since the last encampment.
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Indiana
Tyormnarouim, Inc
Tudiana Department
Grand Army of the Republic
Ian
Hern
Warner
Sesiatant
Senate Revolutions in Washington D C March 15
A resolution to authorize the committee on defense to sit during the recess and to appoint a clerk was introduced and referred to contingent expenses. Similar resolution for the committee on privileges and elections was agreed to. Stewart and other senators proposed resolutions on silver bullion purchases and on special committees for U S relations with Mexico Cuba and the West Indies, which were laid on the table for now.
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Senate
Mexico
Cube
West India Islands
American Bass Ball Teams Visit Distinct Houses
American bass ball teams traveled to a commons area on March 16. Police blocked gates but the speaker arranged a bouy visit to the house, with Mr White and an assistant guiding them through the Lords and Commons. They heard speeches by Sir William Vernon Asravurt and others.
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Touvon
Home of Commons
White
American Legation
Apsaker
House of Lords
House of Normsmeng
William Vernon Asravurt
Total coal production up from 1887 to 1888
Mr Charles A Ashburne submits a preliminary U S Geological Survey showing total coal output rose from 121 076 657 short tons in 1887 to 145 744 tons in 1888. Value rose from 1 582 056 837 to 8 120 400 in 1838. Production gains span major coal regions.
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Wacuinaroy, TD
Charles A. Ashburne
United States Geological Aurway 4
Gillett's Speech On Government and Capital Power
A speech by Gillett argues for federal restraint and fair economic reform. He laments wage and price manipulation by large firms, warns against concentrated wealth, and urges Congress to address labor capital conflict without weakening the union. He stresses unity across regions and defends the constitutional balance of powers.
Trade Review notes mixed signs in March markets
The Trade Review reports Boston stocks weak but stable money, bar iron at its weakest in years, and reduced demand for car building, shelf iron, and plate iron. Pipe iron demand is fair, structural steel glues gloomy, and rail steel prices show decline. Wheat in farmers hands argues for lower prices amid abundant supply. overall commodity prices dip nearly half a percent. Stock market softness continues with foreign selling and railroad skepticism, while interior business shows uneven improvement and widespread slow trade.
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the Trade Review
Kew Yost
K. G. Dunn & Co
Weekly Review of Trade
Boston
Maron
Handa
Goorstora
Paniho Sea
Hs Prica
Barbara
Feam
Diatnrbanos
Varis
Pne Trafic Petarns
Milwaukeae
Detroit
Treasury
Indiana Robbery Ring Busted After Train Thefts
Antone King, a former resident near Knox and Starke counties, led detectives to a gang that robbed freight trains on the Nickel Plate and Fort Wayne lines. Seven wagonloads of goods including dry goods whisky and oil were found buried on a Caldwell farm. King Harmon Newman and painter Kein were arrested as the investigation linked them to stealing and reselling loot in Chicago. The plunder valued around $3,090 and the principals await grand jury action.
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Indiana
Tiaronie, Inc
Marc
Antone King
This
Starke County
Port Wayne
Knox
Rabbad
King
Atoien Woods
Caldwell
Kein
Harmon
Newman
Chicago
Oficstaestina
Filley’s Name For London Diplomacy Considered
Wasapinoton March 14 Chauncey Filley’s name is presented for the London legation post in the Republican ranks. Blaine refers the matter to the president and suggests General Harrison. Secretary Noble and four Republican congressmen back the appointment, while Waller now holds the post. The public interest remains high as applications continue. Will resume work for Lehigh and Wilkes-Barre Coal Co after February shutdown. 9,000 workers to return Monday.
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Filley
Wasapinoton
D. C
Chauncey
Bess
London
Republicat
Missouri
Varios
Whue
Blaine
Harrison
Aulahip
Waller
Pilley
Noble
John W. Gates
Enery
Dakota
Dismance
Dax
Meltattas
Richardson
Church
Packy
Boomer pursuit and jail break anecdotes dominate March dispatch
Reports from March detail a cavalry search for boomers near Okla homa City with troops under Lt Carson scouring woods after burning huts and looting. Separately, seven inmates escaped Wynndotts county jail Kansas City Kansas by tunneling through brick and dropping to the yard, aided by a wall breach and improvised wheelbarrow ladder.
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Kan
Oklahoma City
Fort Rowe
Buchus
Fifth Cavalry
Uader Comand
Carson
Spyerh
Scrioug Trongle
Ranasa Gey
Mareti
Wynndotts County
Kansas City
Kaw
Ted’ Truinn
Mike McCain
Fret Dawson
William Baum
Henry Hardy
Henry Rafferty
Sam Twomes
John Bowl
Amd
Mr. W. Mount
Kansas Avenue
Quinn
Mount
Eighth Street
Sion
Concession and Boycott Ties Weakened Amid Appointments
In a dispatch from Washington March 1 the Alcon Stallroad company denies binding concessions to free pay commissions and asserts no change in policy. Judge George Chandler of Independence is named for the interceding assistant post as Kan Senate considers nominees.
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Alcon Stallroad Company
Denicg
Stat
Tinthia Road
Ciraninr
Payne
Prrrenger
Muqtror
Charlton Aalil
Kansas Delegation Brings Legislation to Convention
Kansas legislators arrived with copies of a measure targeting the lower house. Senator Gull t outlined a plan for a revised regulation to be presented to the nearby state legislature. The delegation noted talks at an extra session and hotel interests looming as representatives aimed to advance the convention agenda.
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Kaneas
Marahii
Kansas
Senate
Wiliaht
Bafora
Gull T
Alata
Chicago
Sidewalk accident near Hontox causes child fatality
A town child died after a large windblown sidewalk slab collapsed on her as she walked with her father to the meat market. The search began at dusk, and the girl was found dead on the street. The report also notes other political and rail industry items from Kansas City and Washington.
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Ella Jowed
Washington
Alicers
Sons OF Veterans
Vetarsna
Cradautuils
Nation
Jawa
Kansas
Ynaed Ni A'Tendynee
J. W. Hughes
la- Belin
Pirade
Phay
Vonpiny 4
Ropela
George C. Nperry Ja
Ompany O
Sur Guy
Burlingnne
Kinparia
H. W. Frost
Opala
Liewtenant Melutosh
Hontox
Kax
Marobh
Hama
Alrest
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Navy Yards
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Wasuixoros
Chandler
Oklahoma
John A. Stocho
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Knoxville
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C.F. Meek
Generel Mandgse
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Lexan & Fort. Worth
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Goaverntic Wilson
Virginia
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New York
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Maine
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Department of State
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Nebraska City
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Wallington
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Uilate
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Watertown
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Washington Territory
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Waaldby
George B. Irvin
Montana
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Brad D. Slaughter
Marshall
District of Nebraska
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New Mexico
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Nathan ©. Murphy
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